Specialist, Hedge Fund Services

3 weeks ago

New York, United States CEDENT Full time
Title: Specialist, Hedge Fund Services@ New York, NY
Terms of Hire: Full Time.

Job description
Seasoned hedge fund administration and accounting professional  with extensive technical accounting and business knowledge.  The Fund Administration group for HFS is responsible for providing hedge fund clients with a range of back office services, including monthly NAV calculations, including management and performance fees, , annual  financial statements and audit support, and investor services. Focus of the role is providing technical accounting expertise (primarily investment company accounting under US GAAP), performing detailed reviews of monthly and annual workpapers, identifying opportunities for improved efficiency and control enhancements, and on execution of strategic projects in support of a strategic hedge fund client. Carries out the most complex initiatives involving multiple disciplines and/or resolves ambiguous issues. Consistently displays a balanced, cross-functional perspective, liaising with numerous parties to improve efficiency, effectiveness and productivity.
Major Duties:
  • Research technical accounting policy questions for complex client transactions or related to new accounting pronouncements and monitor changes to U.S. GAAP..
  • Work with HFS’ internal shared service teams to resolve accounting-related questions on how transactions should be recorded to ensure the proper accounting treatment. 
  • Focus on operational risk and profitability by automating manual processes/calculations and recommending procedures to improve our integration environment and corresponding testing.
  • A subject-matter expert on HFS’ proprietary system to answer questions on functionality/capability to assist with business problem solving.
  • Partner with internal and external technology teams on development approach related to new functionality. 
  • Interact with the client during the discovery and on-boarding phases for new funds.
  • Support business teams as applicable and responsibilities include (but not limited to):
  • Review of monthly fund and business entity closing summaries or other client data.
  • Report and analyze financial data to be disseminated to our clients and their investors.
  • Close monthly books and records of the funds to generate final performance figures.
  • Interact with client and other internal teams to support fund activities.
  • Prepare and/or review financial statements for funds.
  • Work directly with external auditors to ensure accuracy and timeliness of each fund’s annual financial statements. 
Qualifications:
Knowledge/Skills:
  • 10+ years’ experience in hedge fund accounting and administration with extensive technical and business knowledge and functional expertise.
  • Operates independently; has in-depth knowledge of business unit / function.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
  • Highly flexible and adaptable to change.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to identify key risks and design and implement compensating controls.
  • Experience Required:
  • A College or University degree and/or relevant proven work experience is required.
  • Related Industry qualification (e.g. CPA) is  a plus
You Will Enjoy:
  • An opportunity to be a part of a great culture, an awesome team, a challenging work environment, and some fun along the way
  • Apply today to learn more and be part of our Growth story.
All applications will be kept strictly confidential and once shortlisted, our team will be in touch with you for further discussions.

 

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